The sound guy is probably among the Most Important Persons in any gig. Ask any band or event organizer. If the sound engineer does not show up for a gig, it could be a disaster.
If the sound guy does a good job, everyone enjoys the show and the musicians get to feel like they are gods for a while.
The sound guy has TOTAL control over what the audience is hearing, so you'd better treat him or her with some respect. Nobody wants to deal with someone like the sound guy in the video below:
It doesn't matter if you're wielding a signature model guitar, an amplifier worth more than a house or a 40-piece drum kit. If the sound guy does not like you for any reason, you are going to sound like crap despite your expensive gear and extensive ego.
It doesn't matter if you're wielding a signature model guitar, an amplifier worth more than a house or a 40-piece drum kit. If the sound guy does not like you for any reason, you are going to sound like crap despite your expensive gear and extensive ego.
So before you get annoyed at the sound guy, stop and think about things from his perspective.
"A Sound Engineer's Perspective" featuring Darren Smith, sound engineer who has worked with Neon Trees and Imagine Dragons, talks about mixing live shows:
In most gigs featuring several bands, the sound guy has to deal with the requirements of many different musicians, all of whom want to sound as perfect possible. Most sound guys have sufficient experience and know-how to handle various situations.
Here's a humorous video illustrating the importance of a sound engineer's expertise (exaggerated, of course):
During soundcheck, the sound engineer's expertise is seen when each band's sound (from each individual instrument and singer) is shaped to sound the best possible. Most sound guys come equipped with the necessary tools and gadgets required for the gig. Sometimes, though, they are forced to utilize whatever the venue offers, which may not always be up to standards.
"A Sound Engineer's Perspective" featuring Darren Smith, sound engineer who has worked with Neon Trees and Imagine Dragons, talks about mixing live shows:
In most gigs featuring several bands, the sound guy has to deal with the requirements of many different musicians, all of whom want to sound as perfect possible. Most sound guys have sufficient experience and know-how to handle various situations.
Here's a humorous video illustrating the importance of a sound engineer's expertise (exaggerated, of course):
During soundcheck, the sound engineer's expertise is seen when each band's sound (from each individual instrument and singer) is shaped to sound the best possible. Most sound guys come equipped with the necessary tools and gadgets required for the gig. Sometimes, though, they are forced to utilize whatever the venue offers, which may not always be up to standards.
Fact: They always do the best they can.
So the next time you meet the sound guy at your next gig, smile, introduce yourself and tell him what you need, NICELY. And if you really like how your band sounds, thank him after the gig. If you don't, thank him anyway.
So the next time you meet the sound guy at your next gig, smile, introduce yourself and tell him what you need, NICELY. And if you really like how your band sounds, thank him after the gig. If you don't, thank him anyway.
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